I love Saturdays off...

So the past few days haven't been the greatest.  I broke my fast food streak... and had McDonald's the other night after work.  I got my usual giant meal... and immediately regretted it.  It's been such a long time since I've had anything nearly that greasy that my stomach was upset the rest of the night.  And then last night we went to Buzzard Billy's (our favorite restaurant, they have AWESOME Cajun food).  I did get a grilled chicken sandwich but couldn't resist the hush puppies.  So this week, I have to step it up.  I attempted to do my Jillian Michael's work out DVD, but it was too hardcore for me.. I only lasted about 20 minutes.  So, I went on a walk instead.  I borrowed my neighbor's dog, and she kept my pace up!  I'll have to steal her more often!
I also ordered Eat This, Not That and Eat This, Not That Supermarket Guide.  I've skimmed through them, and found out that the wraps I always buy are the worst wrap that you can buy in the supermarket.  They have 210 calories in just one wrap.. whereas I could eat a sandwich with less calories than that!  I am looking forward to reading them and learning more :)  I also got new headphones for my iPod, my other ones fell apart... now I just need to make a workout mix!

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I just put this delicious looking Bacon Ranch Slowcooker Chicken in the crock pot for dinner.  I even added a little honey to it... Honey Bacon Ranch?  Who knows, hopefully it won't taste horrible... lol.  I went for a half hour walk this morning, and it felt great! I will definitely be making this a habit!

Last night I made sweet and sour meatballs, and it was delicious!  I made rice to go with them, and then froze some containers to take to work with me.  I should have leftovers of the chicken and ranch too, so I should be set for work.

I went to coffee Holly this week, and she gave me some great pointers and tips about being healthy.  She has lost 82 pounds and she is definitely an inspiration!  The past 2 days I have been counting calories, and have been successful in eating less than my goal for the day.  And, I'm still able to eat the things I like!  I just have to watch the portions, because they're surprisingly huge.  Especially when you look at a little bottle of pop at it has 2 servings in it.  I've kind of felt like "that" girl at work though.  I was always annoyed by the people who count every single calorie, and thought it was dumb.  But now I see the benefit to it, and try not to talk about it to other people too much, beside the ones who want to hear about it.

Thank you all for your support!  I really appreciate all of it!

Goal!

My new goal: lose 20 lbs before Michelle's wedding in May.  I am going to be a bridesmaid, and I just bought a super cute dress to wear to the rehearsal dinner.  I tried it on last night and the top fit perfectly, however there were a few lumps and bumps that I would like to get rid of before the wedding.  I have 4 months to do it, and I WILL work my butt off!  I feel like I finally have the motivation to do it, and I think that's all I really needed.  Before, I never really had that push to get me to go, and now I have it!  I also joined myfitnesspal.com so hopefully that's some more motivation too!  It's a little chilly outside, but it's nice and sunny, and I'm hoping I can get out there and get on a walk today!

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After a week of keeping track of my weight, I actually gained 3 lbs.  I guess I should have known that I would.. I broke my no fast food streak on my way to Mankato with Cory's mom on Saturday... and did some drinking and a whole lot of eating for the Super Bowl.  No one said this was going to be easy, and it sure isn't.  One of my co-workers did notice something that's changed since I've quit eating fast food, she said my face is really starting to clear up!  Acne is something I've been dealing with forever, so if that's all that changes, I think I will be happy! :)

This week began the week of taking my lunch to school with me.  I even take breakfast and snack!

Tonight, I am making lasagna for the first time!  It was easy to make, I just hope it tastes alright!  There will be plenty of leftovers for me and Cory to take to work!

Another goal this week is to get out and start walking again.  I want to start doing it on my breaks for sure, and then again when I get home from work.  I can't wait for the days to get longer so it's actually light until a decent time!  Although I hate my neighborhood, I think it's not that great to walk in even when it's light out!